Metro system to shut down on Monday

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The storm has been raging up the coast after leaving more than 40 people dead in the Caribbean. A state of emergency has been declared in Virginia, Maryland, the District of Columbia, Pennsylvania, New York, Maine, New Jersey and Connecticut.

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The storm has been raging up the coast after leaving dozens dead in the Caribbean. A state of emergency has been declared in Virginia, Maryland, the District of Columbia, Pennsylvania, New York, Maine, New Jersey and Connecticut.

Oct. 27, 2012Large waves generated by Hurricane Sandy crash into Jeanette's Pier in Nags Head, N.C. as the storm moves up the East Coast. It is expected to make landfall early Tuesday near the Delaware coast, then hit two winter weather systems as it moves inland, creating a hybrid monster storm.Gerry Broome/AP

All Monday Metro service, both rail and bus, has been cancelled, Metro officials said Sunday night.

In explanation, the officials cited the expected high winds, the likelihood of widespread power outages, and the closing of the federal government.

On Sunday night, the system was to remain in operation until the normal close of service.

As for Monday’s Metro closure, officials said said no decision had yet been made about when rail service would be restored. The announcement said bus service would be suspended Monday “until further notice.”

Officials said service would be restored only “when it is safe to do so.”